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The mission of San Francisco Ballet is to shape ballet’s future by creating works of uncompromising excellence, identifying and developing extraordinary talent, and serving as a catalyst for cultural transformation. We blend innovation with accountability, local roots with global resonance, creating experiences that shift perspectives and inspire bold creativity across generations. Interested in working with us? Visit https://www.sfballet.org/about/employment for current opportunities!

New York City Ballet is one of the foremost dance companies in the world, with a roster of spectacular dancers and an unparalleled repertory. The Company was founded in 1948 by George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, and it quickly became world-renowned for its athletic and contemporary style. Jerome Robbins joined NYCB the following year and, with Balanchine, helped to build the astounding repertory and firmly establish the Company in New York.

National Opera & Ballet is the foremost institution for opera and ballet, operating on both a national and international level. Within the Netherlands, National Opera & Ballet strives to keep opera and ballet traditions alive, and to generate enthusiasm while reaching a large and diverse public. Beyond the country’s borders, it serves to promote the finest the Netherlands has to offer in these areas. National Opera & Ballet presents both traditional and innovative productions, often acting as the primary initiator and producer. As the largest cultural institution in our land, National Opera & Ballet brings all aspects of the ballet and opera-world’s artistry, technique and craftsmanship together with its own specialised workshops and rehearsal rooms.